Not just books: 11 things worth checking out at the library

Here is a list of things -- besides books -- available at your local New York Public Library (NYPL) branch. Some are items available for checking out, others are services provided by the library.

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Stapleton Public Library

Free computer access

Library patrons with a valid library card can reserve a computer to use in any library location. NYPL offers free access to the internet, a variety of desktop publishing programs and other software applications.

It is possible to use a desktop computer without making an advance reservation by logging in at an available workstation. However, you may or may not be given a full-length session. Unused session time is non-transferrable.

The standard session length for both desktop and laptop computers is 45 minutes, with the possibility of a limited number of automatic extensions.

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PlayStation Madden NFL 10

Video games

Teens can play free video games on the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4 at the St. George Library location. For a list of upcoming dates to play video games at this location, you can visit here.

If you still prefer listening to music on a CD, you can borrow music from your local library. Library patrons can borrow CDs for up to three weeks. Options include music CDs and CDs to learn new languages. Music manuscripts are also available.

As long as you have a device or computer that can connect to a wireless network, you can connect to the library's free Wi-Fi network.

Look for the wireless network named "NYPL" and connect for free. There is no password to use the network. NYPL warns that the network is not secure and information sent from or to your laptop can be captured by anyone else with a wireless device and the appropriate software within 300 feet.